Lease Clause Library
Plain-language guides to the clauses that matter most in your rental lease. Understand what's legal, spot red flags, and see how laws vary across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and federal law.
16 states covered
An early termination clause spells out what happens — and what it costs — if you need to leave your rental before the lease ends.
16 states covered
Security deposit deduction clauses define what your landlord can — and can't — take from your deposit when you move out.
15 states covered
Automatic renewal clauses can lock you into another lease term if you miss a narrow notice window — often with a rent increase.
16 states covered
Late fee clauses determine how much your landlord can charge when rent is late — and many leases push the limits of what's legal.
15 states covered
Pet clauses control whether you can keep animals, what you'll pay, and what happens if your landlord discovers an unauthorized pet.
15 states covered
Subletting clauses determine whether you can rent out your unit to someone else — and what it'll cost you if you can.
15 states covered
Entry clauses define when and how your landlord can access your home — and most leases try to give landlords more access than the law allows.
15 states covered
Repair clauses define who's responsible for what — and many leases try to shift the landlord's legal obligations onto tenants.
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